In a three-phase induction motor, if the air gap is increased then its – McqOptions

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1.	In a three-phase induction motor, if the air gap is increased then its:
A.	power factor will reduce
B.	efficiency will improve
C.	speed will reduce
D.	breakdown torque will reduce
Answer» B. efficiency will improve

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